If your laundry space is small and cramped, it can seem like even more of a cumbersome job, but the good news is that Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty has put together a list of small laundry room hacks to help you make the most of your space.
How can I make more space in my small laundry room?
Having a small laundry space doesn’t need to be a limiting factor — even if your laundry is combined with a scullery — and there are many strategies to overcome this. First things first: don’t think only horizontally in terms of space. The walls in your laundry room can be fitted with shelves that can accommodate anything from piles of clean laundry waiting to be ironed to detergents and fabric softeners. On the topic of vertical storage, if you have a front-loading washing machine and dryer, you can stack the dryer on top of the washing machine to save space. This approach will free up floor space and let you get your chores done efficiently..
How to maximise storage space in a small laundry room
There are plenty of creative ways and innovative design trends to maximise space in a small laundry room. To make just a few, these include drying racks that hang from the ceiling, wall-hung cupboards and adjustable shelving units. As is the case in any room, the key to maximising storage space is minimising clutter and disorganisation. Keep items organised by using containers (anything from plastic tubs to cute wicker baskets will do the job) that are clearly labelled.
Stackable bins and baskets can be placed on shelves or in cabinets, and they are easy to pull out and access when needed. Finding the right storage solutions for your laundry will depend entirely on the structure of your space, but in certain cases, you may be able to install slimline cabinets alongside your appliances, complete with adjustable shelves or pull-out drawers.
Stylish and practical shelving options
Wall-mounted shelves, such as floating shelves or bracket-supported shelves are great options because they don’t take up floor space and can be installed at various heights to accommodate different items. Adjustable racks or caddies that hang over the door can be another great storage solution, depending on the configuration of your space. If you have an awkward corner in your laundry, consider putting in built-in or freestanding corner shelves.
Innovative ironing stations
If you’ve convinced yourself there’s no space to accommodate an ironing station in your compact laundry space, you may need to think again. While a permanent ironing board setup may be out of the question, could your space accommodate a wall-mounted folding table that folds down when needed? If you have a work surface that’s not always in use, an ironing board could potentially be integrated into the cabinetry.
Creative use of nooks and crannies
A typical laundry always ends up having some odd spaces: there may be a gap under the sink, a space above the washing machine or a space behind the door, to provide just a few examples. In the case of a gap under the sink, this is the perfect place to install pull-out drawers or hanging organisers to store your cleaning products and detergents. If you have a space above the washing machine, install a floating shelf or two and use them to store items you may not need frequently. A space behind the door can be creatively used to install hooks to hang peg bags or protective washing bags.
Your home should inspire you
There’s no escaping the fact that laundry is a chore but if your space is well optimised, you’ll find that it takes less time and effort. A great laundry room is just one of the features that discerning property buyers look for and the team at Lew Geffen Sotheby's International Realty would love to help you find a home in which a great laundry room is just one of the outstanding features.
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